Barn Road is in Shifnal and in Bridgnorth district. TF11 8EL is located in the Shifnal North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of The Wrekin. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barn Road, Shifnal, TF11 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TF11 8EP, TF11 8EJ, TF11 8EN, TF11 8ER, TF11 8EU, TF11 8EF, TF11 8EX, TF11 8EW, TF11 8UD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TF11 8EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.5% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.5% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26% | 32.2% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.1% | 50.2% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.5% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 10.3% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 5.7% | -4.4% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 40.9% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 36.4% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 3.8% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 22.5% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 18.3% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 8.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 13% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.6% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.6% | 19.1% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.7% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 98.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 98.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.7% | 13.5% | 8.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barn Road was 167.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 202.7% higher than the Shifnal North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barn Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Shifnal North and the 62nd highest crime rate of 1,001 local areas in Shropshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 115.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Barn Road, Shifnal, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-06-21 | £257,805 |
| 4 Barn Road, Shifnal, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2021-05-21 | £239,321 |
| 11 Barn Road, Shifnal, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2018-04-25 | £253,005 |
| 3 Barn Road, Shifnal, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2017-06-30 | £247,166 |
| 13 Barn Road, Shifnal, Shropshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £164,995 | 2017-01-10 | £239,560 |
TF11 8EL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Primary School Curriers Lane , TF11 8EJ | 3out of 4 | 208 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Park Lane , TF11 9HD | 3out of 4 | 1,367 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sheriffhales Primary School Sheriffhales , TF11 8RA | 3out of 4 | 4,045 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redhill Primary Academy Gatcombe Way , Priorslee TF2 9GZ | 3out of 4 | 4,365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priorslee Academy Priorslee Avenue , Priorslee TF2 9RS | 3out of 4 | 4,562 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idsall School Coppice Green Lane , TF11 8PD | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity Academy Teece Drive , Priorslee TF2 9SQ | 3out of 4 | 3,978 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Telford Park School District Centre , Stirchley TF3 1FA | 2out of 4 | 5,209 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Shifnal School Lamledge Lane , TF11 8SD | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Amberleigh Therapeutic School The Oaks , Redhill TF2 9NZ | - not rated | 3,417 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Of Shifnal | 32 Broadway, Shifnal | 465 yd | |
| Cottams Fish And Chips | 18 Broadway, Shifnal | 465 yd | |
| Shifnal Balti Ltd | Shifnal Balti, 20 - 22 Broadway | 523 yd | |
| Latte Da Cafe | 26 Bradford Street, Shifnal | 588 yd | |
| Minhs Restaurant | Idsall Chambers, 20 Bradford Street | 599 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shifnal Town Sports Bar | Shifnal Football Academy Sports Bar, Social Club | 395 yd | |
| The Anvil Shifnal | 22 Aston Road, Shifnal | 444 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | The Wheatsheaf, 61 Broadway | 448 yd | |
| The Plough Inn | 26 Broadway, Shifnal | 465 yd | |
| The Crown | 8 Broadway, Shifnal | 465 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander's Kitchen | 4 The Parade, Bradford Street | 583 yd | |
| Jade House | 4 Aston Street, Shifnal | 620 yd | |
| Shifnal Fryer | 1 Cheapside, Shifnal | 657 yd | |
| Catherines Bakery Ltd | 6 Cheapside, Shifnal | 657 yd | |
| Wishing Star | 15 Market Place, Shifnal | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group Food Ltd | High Street, Shifnal | 377 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Trio Construction Park ASTON COURT MEWS | grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Idsall Sports Centre IDSALL SPORTS CENTRE IDSALL SPORTS CENTRE COPPICE GREEN LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 313 yd |
| Shifnal Town Fc (The Acoustafoam Stadium) Coppice Green Lane | grass pitches | 446 yd |
| Wheatfield Drive Recreation Ground WHEATFIELD DRIVE | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Trinity Methodist Church Victoria Road | 769 yd | |
| Park House Hotel PARK STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 957 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 171.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.